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01866 Provision of a Kiosk Solution Proof of Concept at HMP Shotts

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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14 Mar 2022 at 16:15

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18 Feb 2022 at 10:25

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service has completed a tender for the "Provision of a Kiosk Solution Proof of Concept" at HMP Shotts, which falls under the category of computer-related services. This initiative aims to ensure the ongoing provision and maintenance of this essential Kiosk service, crucial for both users and staff at the facility. The procurement process followed a limited method, allowing for a direct award without prior publication. The contract, valued at £160,000 and signed on 17 February 2022, allows Unilink Software Limited to provide services for a period of one year, with an option for a further year, while the national contract procurement process is in progress. The delivery location is specifically at HMP Shotts in the UK.

This tender presents significant business opportunities in the technology and services sectors, particularly for companies specialising in computer-related services and maintenance solutions. Given the operational dependence on the Kiosk service during the ongoing procurement activity, firms with expertise in kiosk systems, computer platforms, and related professional services would be well-positioned to engage in similar future contracts. Suppliers delivering digital solutions and enhancements within correctional facilities or public sector environments can leverage this tender as a case study to showcase capabilities and attract new partnerships.

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Notice Title

01866 Provision of a Kiosk Solution Proof of Concept at HMP Shotts

Notice Description

The SPS is currently piloting a KIOSK Service at HMP Shotts as a result of a Proof of Concept. SPS requires the on-going provision of this service and associated maintenance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SPS intends to make a direct award to Unilink Software Limited for the on-going service and maintenance of the KIOSK system at HMP Shotts for a period of 1 year (plus up to an additional 1 year extension option) while the national self-service system procurement activity is undertaken.

Procurement Information

Continuity of service is required at HMP Shotts due to their reliance on the Kiosk service while the national Kiosk contract tender process is being undertaken. This is primarily due to the operational risk associated with removing the Kiosk service and as a result of both users and SPS staff being heavily reliant on the Kiosk service (including the time saving it has achieved by moving away from manual, paper based processes).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03189e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006899-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

30211300 - Computer platforms

30231100 - Computer terminals

72500000 - Computer-related services

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
Jennifer Cleworth
Contact Email
jennifer.cleworth@sps.pnn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1313303778

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9HW
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNILINK SOFTWARE

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